novelaction Chapter 1401 Yunrui's Sincere Attitude
Chapter 1401 Yunrui's Sincere Attitude
Looking at his parents' condition, Gu Yunqian felt a surge of heartache. His parents had only been transferred from the intensive care unit three days ago. Although they had been rescued in time and were out of danger, their bodies had suffered great damage. The doctor had repeatedly instructed them to rest in bed, avoid strenuous activity, and especially avoid emotional excitement.
In order not to disappoint Yang Bin and to properly resolve Xiao Tang's matter, they forced themselves to get out of bed, change into neat clothes, and sit in the living room to greet Yang Bin, maintaining their dignity and sincerity throughout without revealing any flaws.
“Dad, Mom, you shouldn’t be pushing yourselves like this.” Gu Yunqian picked up a thin blanket from the side and gently covered Ye Muxue with it. He then handed Gu Mingcheng a glass of warm water. “Uncle Yang will understand. Even if you’re not here, I can handle things.”
Gu Mingcheng took a sip of warm water, which relieved the dryness in his throat a little. He shook his head, a stubborn look flashing in his eyes: "No... The fact that he came in his police uniform today already speaks volumes. You can't handle this on your own."
His voice was still hoarse, but it carried an undeniable firmness. But as soon as he finished speaking, he coughed violently, his body curled up, his hands tightly clutching his chest, his face turning red.
Ye Muxue wanted to reach out and pat his back, but as soon as she raised her hand, she was interrupted by a sudden wave of dizziness. She could only lean weakly against the sofa, her eyes full of worry.
Gu Yunqian quickly patted Gu Mingcheng to help him catch his breath, feeling both anxious and heartbroken. He knew that his parents were putting on such a brave face not only because of their relationship with the Yang family, but also because of their guilt.
They didn't want the Yang family to think that they had saved someone else's wife's life back then, so this time they wanted their son-in-law to pay off the debt.
"Old Yang... can you really relax this time?" Ye Muxue asked softly as she recovered from the dizziness, a hint of unease in her eyes.
She was putting on a brave face in front of Yang Bin, but she was actually very nervous the whole time. She was afraid that Yang Bin would get emotional and say something hurtful, and she was also afraid that she would lose her composure and expose herself.
"No, he's a reasonable person," Gu Yunqian reassured. "He didn't come here today to cause trouble; he just wanted to seek justice for Xiaotang and Niannian. We've agreed to cover all of Xiaotang's medical expenses, arrange for someone to take care of Niannian, and give them a clear explanation. They should be satisfied in the short term."
Ye Muxue breathed a sigh of relief and closed her eyes wearily. Her eyelashes trembled slightly, like the fragile wings of a butterfly, and the muscles in her face completely relaxed, all the tension from before gone. The facade she had maintained crumbled the moment Yang Bin left, leaving only a deep-seated exhaustion and weakness.
Gu Mingcheng's cough gradually subsided. He leaned back on the sofa, tilted his head back slightly, closed his eyes, and his breathing gradually became steady.
But upon closer inspection, his brow remained furrowed, and the wrinkles at the corners of his eyes were etched with worry. He was worried about Xiao Tang's illness, about Nian Nian's growth, about Qi Ruixiang and Yun Xi's safety, and even more worried...
“That Ruixiang… he’s so foolish.” Gu Mingcheng suddenly spoke, his voice filled with deep disappointment and heartache. “Even if Yunxi returns safely, we won’t be able to express our gratitude!”
Ye Muxue opened her eyes, her gaze filled with disappointment: "Yes, Xiaotang is such a good girl, she poured her heart out to him, she risked her life to give birth to his child, how could he be so heartless? Niannian is only a month old, how can he be so carefree? If I were in her shoes, I couldn't bear this kind of love..."
The two talked back and forth, their tone full of struggle, yet also tinged with helplessness.
"Dad, Mom, don't think too much about it. Go back to your room and rest." Gu Yunqian helped Gu Mingcheng up and then reached out to help Ye Muxue. "Leave things here to me. I'll handle it. The doctor said that the most important thing for you right now is to rest and not overwork yourselves."
Gu Mingcheng and Ye Muxue didn't refute; they truly couldn't hold on any longer. Gu Mingcheng, supported by Gu Yunqian, was still unsteady on his feet, his weight almost entirely on Gu Yunqian's shoulders. Ye Muxue also clung tightly to Gu Yunqian's arm, her eyes unfocused, barely able to walk.
As he reached the top of the stairs, Gu Mingcheng suddenly stopped, glanced back at the living room, and looked at it with a complex expression.
Just moments ago, Yang Bin's heavy words echoed there, carrying the tension and guilt between the two families. Now, only an empty living room and complete silence remain.
“Tell Lao Yang,” Gu Mingcheng’s voice was still hoarse, but with a hint of solemnity, “Xiao Tang’s treatment must use the best resources, no matter how much it costs. Niannian’s side must also be taken good care of; the child cannot be wronged.”
"I understand, Dad." Gu Yunqian nodded. "I'll go to the hospital to make the arrangements first thing tomorrow morning, don't worry."
Gu Mingcheng nodded in relief and, supported by Gu Yunqian, slowly walked up the stairs. Ye Muxue followed closely behind, each step fraught with difficulty. Their figures appeared particularly hunched and weak under the stairwell lights, a far cry from their former spirited selves.
Back in the room, Gu Mingcheng fell asleep the moment his head hit the bed, his breathing heavy and even, clearly exhausted. Ye Muxue, however, didn't fall asleep immediately. She leaned against the headboard, staring blankly at the ceiling, her mind a turmoil of emotions...
Downstairs in the living room, Gu Yunqian stood in the empty room, looking at the steaming water glass on the coffee table, his heart filled with mixed feelings.
He knew that behind his parents' carefully maintained facade lay deep exhaustion and guilt. As the heir to the Gu family, he had to shoulder all the responsibility, resolve the matter as soon as possible, and help everyone recover from this ordeal.
He took out his phone and sent a message to his informant in the Golden Triangle, urging them to speed up the search for Qi Ruixiang and Yunxi.
Then, he contacted the best psychiatrists in the country, scheduled a consultation for tomorrow, and arranged for Xiaotang's transfer to another hospital. Having done all this, he leaned back on the sofa, let out a long sigh, and exhaustion gradually crept over him...
The next morning, just as dawn was breaking, Yang Bin rushed to the hospital. He didn't go to the psychiatric ward to see his daughter first, but went straight to the infant care room—his granddaughter, Qi Nian'an, had cried for most of the night, and he was worried about her.
As soon as I reached the door of the nursing room, I saw a middle-aged woman in a neat uniform and white gloves carefully changing Niannian's diaper.
The woman's movements were skillful and gentle, her eyes were warm, and she was humming a soft lullaby. Niannian lay quietly in her arms, her little mouth moving slightly as if in response.
On the crib next to it, there were more than a dozen sets of brand-new baby clothes neatly folded, ranging from close-fitting onesies to swaddle blankets for going out. The styles were complete, and the fabrics felt soft and skin-friendly, clearly high-end products.
On the bedside table were several cans of exquisitely packaged milk powder, with foreign languages printed on them and labels that read "organic formula" and "suitable for newborns." Next to them were sterilized bottles, nipples, and a set of professional baby care tools.
"Are you Mr. Yang?" The middle-aged woman turned around when she heard footsteps, a gentle smile on her face. "I am the nanny sent by Mr. Gu. My surname is Wang. You can call me Sister Wang. Mr. Gu specifically instructed me to take good care of Xiao Niannian and report to you immediately if there is any situation."